About the Ellora & Ajanta Caves Tour from Shirdi
Ellora's 34 rock-cut caves bring Buddhist, Hindu and Jain art together on one cliff, with the monolithic Kailasa temple carved from a single rock. Ajanta's horseshoe gorge holds 2,000-year-old Buddhist paintings that are among the finest surviving in Asia.
We recommend two days from Shirdi: Ellora and Grishneshwar on day one with a night in Aurangabad, then Ajanta on day two before returning or dropping you at the airport.
| Location | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra |
|---|---|
| Distance from Shirdi | 110 km (Ellora) · 210 km (Ajanta) (approx.) |
| Travel time | 2.5–5 hrs |
| Suggested duration | 2 days |
| Best time to visit | Jul–Mar (monsoon makes Ajanta lush) |
| Pickup | Any hotel, lodge, bus stand or railway station in Shirdi |
Highlights
- Kailasa Temple (Cave 16), carved top-down from one rock
- Ajanta murals and the Padmapani painting
- Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga beside Ellora
- Optional Daulatabad Fort stop
Suggested itinerary
- Day 1Shirdi → Ellora Caves → Grishneshwar → overnight in Aurangabad
- Day 2Aurangabad → Ajanta Caves (full visit) → return to Shirdi or airport drop
Itineraries are flexible – tell us what you'd like to add or skip and we'll plan around your family.
Travel tips
- Ajanta is closed on Mondays and Ellora on Tuesdays.
- Shuttle buses run from the Ajanta parking to the caves.
- Carry water and a hat – there is a lot of walking.
Cars available for this trip
Swift Dzire (4 pax) · Ertiga / Tour M (7 pax) · Innova Crysta (7–8 pax) · Tempo Traveller / Urbania (12–15 pax). Compare cabs →
Frequently asked questions
Can I see Ajanta and Ellora in one day from Shirdi?
It is possible but very rushed – Ajanta alone is about 5 hours' drive from Shirdi. Two days is far more comfortable.
Which day are Ajanta and Ellora closed?
Ajanta Caves are closed on Mondays and Ellora Caves on Tuesdays.
Do you arrange hotels in Aurangabad?
We can suggest and help book hotels to suit your budget for the overnight stay.
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